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Army commanders and their chiefs of staff of the British Army, November 1918.

Who Led The United Kingdom Through World War I?

The reign of King George V was ridden with many challenges, World War I being one of the greatest among them.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Thai fishermen often catch fish infected with the Southeast Asian liver fluke that is capable of causing cancer when undercooked or raw fish is consumed.

Leading Causes Of Death In Thailand

Cancer (19%) is the leading cause of death in Thailand, followed by ischemic heart disease (12%) and strokes (10%).

April 25, 2017 12:31

The Eiffel Tower, a symbol iconic of the nation of France as a whole, rises up from amidst Paris's urban expanse.

Biggest Cities In France

The Paris Metro has more residents than the rest of the top ten largest metro areas in France combined!

April 25, 2017 12:31

Leading Causes Of Death In Malawi

Around 27% of all deaths in Malawi are due to HIV/AIDS, an epidemic that kills thousands there each year.

April 25, 2017 12:31

This sign in central Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania's, reflects the huge concern about AIDS in Africa .

Leading Causes Of Death In Tanzania

HIV (17% of all deaths) is the leading cause of death in Tanzania, followed by lower respiratory infections (11%) and malaria (7%).

April 25, 2017 12:31

The US State of Oregon has a varied climate, scenic beauty, great cities, and rich culture.

Top Cities In Oregon

Naturally rich in spectacular landscapes and having mild climates, many cities in the US state of Oregon provide idyllic living spaces for their residents.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Religious Beliefs In Indonesia

Indonesia is home to more Muslims than any other country. Christians are the largest among several religious minorities, while atheism is given little tolerance.

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Night descends upon the bright lights, hustle, and bustle of Seoul.

Biggest Cities In South Korea

With more than 25 million metro area residents, Seoul is one of the most populous cities on Earth.

April 25, 2017 12:31

In Burkina Faso, high rates of poverty, lack of awareness and education leads to low life expectancy in the country.

Leading Causes Of Death In Burkina Faso

Similar to other countries in sub-Saharan Africa, infectious diseases, malaria, HIV/AIDS, and malnutrition plague the population of Burkina Faso.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Mahatma Gandhi's non-violent activism allowed thousands of Indians from all walks of life to participate in the fight for independence.

The Nationalist Movement In India And The Role Of Mahatma Gandhi And Non-Violence

Employing nonviolent nationalist movements as his weapon, Mahatma Gandhi stirred Indian men and women to "fight" for independence without shedding blood.

April 25, 2017 12:31

A spectacular view of Mount Everest, the tallest mountain in Nepal and the entire world.

Tallest Mountains In Nepal

Topped by Everest, more than half of the earth's 8,000+ meter mountains are in Nepal either wholly or shared between the country and India or China.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's Catholic denizens crowd Copacabana Beach as Pope Francis leads them in Mass.

Which Countries Do The Most Catholics Live In Around The World?

Brazil has more Catholics than any other country, while the Philippines and DR Congo are the sole entries on the list from Asia and Africa, respectively.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Improved health facilities in Haiti are not available to large sections of the rural population of the country.

Leading Causes Of Death In Haiti

Stroke (12%), lower respiratory infections (8.6%), and HIV/AIDS (8.3%) are the leading causes of death in the country.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Children in a remote village in Laos; remote villages in the country have little access to improved healthcare facilities.

Leading Causes Of Death In Laos

Influenza and pneumonia (13%), coronary heart disease and stroke (22%), and dengue (9%) are the top killers in Laos.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Holy Trinity Cathedral, an Ethiopian Orthodox church building in Addis Ababa.

Religious Beliefs In Ethiopia

Most Ethiopians are Christian, and the country has one of the oldest Christian histories on earth, though Islam predominates among certain ethnic groups along the Sudanese and Somalian borders.

April 25, 2017 12:31

The Sule Buddhist Pagoda, likely built before 500 BC, rises up amidst 21st Century office buildings in Yangon.

Biggest Cities In Myanmar (Burma)

Around 1 in 9 Burmese citizens live in the Yangon Metro area, an area which also yields close to one-fourth of the entire country's Gross Domestic Product.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower) seen from Lake Michigan by day (left) and from downtown Chicago by night (right).

Tallest Buildings In Chicago

The Willis Tower in Chicago, Illinois, United States held the title of being the tallest building in the world for 25 years following its construction in 1973.

April 25, 2017 12:31